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Samyuktha Will Sweep You Off Your Feet

Samyuktha Will Sweep You Off Your Feet

Rediff.com24 Jul 2023

The actress, who starred alongside Prithviraj Sukumaran in Kaduva, pulls in 2 million fans with her smiles and saris.

Export curb likely on rice, wheat, sugar and cotton

Export curb likely on rice, wheat, sugar and cotton

Rediff.com25 Sep 2012

Govt uneasy at prices, availability for domestic consumption.

Ankita's In Love With...

Ankita's In Love With...

Rediff.com30 Aug 2023

No matter what the occasion is, Ankita Sharma's got a salwar suit to match the mood.

7 more cos to commercially release Bt cotton seeds

7 more cos to commercially release Bt cotton seeds

Rediff.com14 Mar 2003

Response to Bt cotton has been favourable and about seven more companies are preparing to release their genetically modified cotton hybrids for commercial use shortly, a study conducted by Rabobank International says.

Keerthy Suresh's Dil Goes Dhak Dhak

Keerthy Suresh's Dil Goes Dhak Dhak

Rediff.com5 Sep 2023

The actress is the unsung hero of the traditional sari, on-screen and off it as well.

Electronics exports propelled by mobile show sharpest surge in top 10 club

Electronics exports propelled by mobile show sharpest surge in top 10 club

Rediff.com3 Jan 2024

Exports of electronics goods has risen by 24 per cent from April to November as compared with the same period in the last fiscal, the largest increase out of India's top 10 export categories. The increase has been propelled by mobile exports under the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme and has pushed electronics up from sixth to fifth position in the top 10. A gap of $200 million separates electronics from occupying the fourth position, currently held by drugs and pharmaceuticals at $17.9 billion.

Paddy acreage up 3% to 411.52 lakh hectare

Paddy acreage up 3% to 411.52 lakh hectare

Rediff.com22 Sep 2023

Area under paddy has gone up nearly 3 per cent so far in the ongoing kharif sowing season to 411.52 lakh hectare, while pulses acreage declined 5 per cent, according to the agriculture ministry data. Paddy acreage stood at 400.72 lakh hectare (LH) in the same period last year. As per the data released on Friday, area under pulses declined 5 per cent to 122.57 LH from 128.49 LH in the year-ago period.

How To Chill After Diwali: Tips From Jannat, Alia...

How To Chill After Diwali: Tips From Jannat, Alia...

Rediff.com15 Nov 2023

Fresh, fun, celeb-inspired styles you can copy.

'Mamata contained Sandeshkhali situation well in time before BJP...'

'Mamata contained Sandeshkhali situation well in time before BJP...'

Rediff.com3 Apr 2024

'One Sandeshkhali won't turn around women's perception of Mamata Banerjee in this state'

'This is one festival where you can look absolutely imperfect'

'This is one festival where you can look absolutely imperfect'

Rediff.com22 Mar 2024

These skincare tips will come handy before you step out to drench yourself in the colours of Holi.

Break in rains a threat to kharif yield, rabi sowing

Break in rains a threat to kharif yield, rabi sowing

Rediff.com3 Sep 2023

A prolonged break in monsoon rains in most parts of the country is threatening to hit the yield of kharif crops. It could even delay the upcoming rabi sowing. Major agricultural states, such as Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh, Punjab, and Gujarat, have witnessed a deficit of 30-80 per cent in southwest monsoon rainfall in August compared to the long-period average for the month. Meteorologists see no big revival in monsoon rains from hereon, though they forecast "some activity" over the Bay of Bengal on September 5-6.

Baga for Fun, Gokarna for Sun

Baga for Fun, Gokarna for Sun

Rediff.com12 Apr 2024

Baga and Gokarna make the list of the world's top 100 beaches.

Bomber tried to bring cotton buds for Bhutto

Bomber tried to bring cotton buds for Bhutto

Rediff.com21 Oct 2007

The suicide bomber who tried to assassinate former Pakistani premier Benazir Bhutto had tried to break through her security cordon by bringing a box of cotton buds that she had requested, but was turned away twice.

Aishwarya: Queen Of Stunning Saris

Aishwarya: Queen Of Stunning Saris

Rediff.com1 Sep 2023

When it comes to desi swag, very few can beat Aishwarya Sushmita.

Covid fears in China may have cascading impact on India's exports, imports

Covid fears in China may have cascading impact on India's exports, imports

Rediff.com30 Dec 2022

The importance of China as India's top trading partner cannot be understated.

Farmers tear-gassed even as govt calls for fresh talks

Farmers tear-gassed even as govt calls for fresh talks

Rediff.com21 Feb 2024

The Haryana Police on Wednesday fired tear gas shells to disperse farmers from Punjab at Shambhu and Khanauri border points as they tried to move towards barricades stalling their protest march to Delhi.

Sab Ki Favourite Kareena

Sab Ki Favourite Kareena

Rediff.com20 Sep 2023

She has been in a forever fashionable mood!

Simple Is Stylish For Nivetha

Simple Is Stylish For Nivetha

Rediff.com26 Sep 2023

Nivetha Thomas radiates simplicity with just the right amount of elegance.

Wah Alia! I-Day Sari Tips From The Star

Wah Alia! I-Day Sari Tips From The Star

Rediff.com15 Aug 2023

Learn from the pro!

Farmers to resume Delhi march, police ordered to seize bulldozers

Farmers to resume Delhi march, police ordered to seize bulldozers

Rediff.com20 Feb 2024

Farmer leader Sarwan Singh Pandher on Tuesday said the Centre should convene a daylong Parliament session to bring a legislation on the minimum support price (MSP) for crops, a key demand of protesting farmers.

How To Look Amazing This Ganesh Chaturthi

How To Look Amazing This Ganesh Chaturthi

Rediff.com18 Sep 2023

Ganeshotsav 2023: Amruta, Aahana, Kajol Jazz It Up.

Farmer killed, 12 cops hurt as stir turns violent; Delhi march put on hold

Farmer killed, 12 cops hurt as stir turns violent; Delhi march put on hold

Rediff.com21 Feb 2024

A 21-year-old farmer was killed and a few others injured following a clash between security personnel and protesting farmers at Khanauri on the Punjab-Haryana border.

NZ thrash Sri Lanka in second T20 to level series

NZ thrash Sri Lanka in second T20 to level series

Rediff.com5 Apr 2023

Seifert smashed six sixes in his 43-ball blitz as New Zealand romped home

India may appeal against WTO ruling on cotton

India may appeal against WTO ruling on cotton

Rediff.com13 Dec 2002

India is likely to appeal against the ruling of a World Trade Organisation compliance panel, which concluded that the European Union had complied with an earlier WTO ruling regarding its anti-dumping measures against Indian imports of cotton bed line

Can Modi Win A Simple Majority?

Can Modi Win A Simple Majority?

Rediff.com9 May 2024

2019 was the Bharatiya Janata Party's breakout year, when it stretched the boundaries of what was thought possible and ended up with 303 seats on its own steam. Now it is forced to play defence, on a pitch queered by too many variables, asserts Prem Panicker.

Farmers to take call on govt offer to buy pulses, maize at MSP

Farmers to take call on govt offer to buy pulses, maize at MSP

Rediff.com19 Feb 2024

A panel of Union ministers held a fourth round of talks with farmer leaders in Chandigarh on Sunday over their demands, including a legal guarantee of MSP, as thousands of protesting farmers camped at the Punjab-Haryana border.

Maha's Yavatmal sees 5 farmer suicides in 3 days over suspected crop loss

Maha's Yavatmal sees 5 farmer suicides in 3 days over suspected crop loss

Rediff.com19 Aug 2023

A local official confirmed the incidents but said the causes of these suicides were yet to be ascertained.

Want to Know What Uorfi Javed Is Really Like?

Want to Know What Uorfi Javed Is Really Like?

Rediff.com20 Mar 2024

Amazon Prime Video has announced a huge number of assorted Web series and movies, and the slate sure looks interesting.

Rafuchakkar's Aksha At Her Steamiest

Rafuchakkar's Aksha At Her Steamiest

Rediff.com17 Jul 2023

Her swag will floor you.

The Cute World Cup Scene Stealer

The Cute World Cup Scene Stealer

Rediff.com7 Dec 2023

"Looking at the films come to life on set was a lot of fun. The lensing, the art direction and Prakash Sir's detailed eye. It felt like something special was brewing," says Naina Bhan.

A day after PM, Mamata meets women from Sandeshkhali

A day after PM, Mamata meets women from Sandeshkhali

Rediff.com7 Mar 2024

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday received wholehearted support from a group of women from the troubled Sandeshkhali area who met her after a Trinamool Congress rally in Kolkata, party sources said.

Kabhi Khushi, Kabhi Plabita

Kabhi Khushi, Kabhi Plabita

Rediff.com18 Aug 2023

She's the Moana of your fairy tale because 'a little bit of ocean, a little bit of sand' make her mighty happy.

Eesha Rebba Is ENCHANTING In Her Saris

Eesha Rebba Is ENCHANTING In Her Saris

Rediff.com19 Jul 2023

She has cranked up the heat on Instagram with her sushil ladki vibes.

12 Dresses, One For Every Sign In The Zodiac

12 Dresses, One For Every Sign In The Zodiac

Rediff.com16 Jan 2024

12 Dresses, One For Every Sign In The Zodiac Whether you're governed by fire or water, there's a dress to match your cosmic personality

'There was no doubt Vicky will deliver what I want'

'There was no doubt Vicky will deliver what I want'

Rediff.com30 Nov 2023

'He not only immerses himself into the character, but he wears it.' 'He does not let even a fragment of himself show while he's playing the part.'

Why Tirupur Missed The World Cup Bus

Why Tirupur Missed The World Cup Bus

Rediff.com3 Jan 2023

'A change we have seen after the Russia-Ukraine war is the energy crisis in Europe.' 'Earlier, in Europe, people used to change their clothes after 5 washes, now they are using it till 15-20 washes.' 'They used to change their entire wardrobe after 2 months or so, but because of the economic conditions, it has changed.' 'It has affected exports as 40% of our exports is to Europe, 30% to the US and 10% to the UK.' 'The war has to end for better days to come.'

'When Time Is Precious, Call Dolly'

'When Time Is Precious, Call Dolly'

Rediff.com15 Nov 2023

'The sari is the most comfortable attire for curvy Indian women, who are all bust and butt.'

Sorry Mr Modi, Katchatheevu Isn't An Election Issue In Tamil Nadu

Sorry Mr Modi, Katchatheevu Isn't An Election Issue In Tamil Nadu

Rediff.com4 Apr 2024

Rulers in New Delhi and their political aides in sensitive states like Tamil Nadu have to be doubly careful not to provoke a situation whose consequences may be much more than visible now to the naked eye, notes N Sathiya Moorthy.

Kiara Becomes Barbie For A Day

Kiara Becomes Barbie For A Day

Rediff.com27 Jul 2023

Kiara joins the Margot Robbie Pink Club.